Description

DSC-100 Features

The Barco DSC-100 is a dual-channel switcher with a true seamless switching design. Similarly, this design allows for effortless switching between different input sources and formats, while consistently maintaining superb scaling quality. Additionally, the DSC-100 is the most economical choice for users and is perfect for switching between video sources at smaller local events and productions. Also, its design allows for both intuitive and simple operating. Further, this makes the DSC-100 the ideal choice for seamless switching. Also, great for live events, parties, boardrooms, amphitheaters, hotel ballrooms, churches, stadiums, lounges, arenas, galleries, lecture halls and more!

Additional Specifications

Processing

True seamless switching

High quality scaling technology

10-bit sampling and internal processing/scaling

Auto-acquire and auto-positioning

Up to three (3) LOGO stores/recall capability

Luma keying utilizing DVI

Low video delay

Inputs

All resolutions from NTSC/PAL up to UXGA including all HD resolutions

DVI, analog computer and video, HD/SD SDI

Outputs

All progressive resolutions from 480p up to UXGA including all HD resolutions

Full screen

Supports HDCP compatible projectors

Built-in test pattern simplifies projector alignment

Mechanical

Auto ranging power supply

Width: 19” Rack

Height: 2RU

Operating temperature range: 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)

Front panel control

Display section

Four (4) line, 128×32 VFD Display

Menu navigation via rotary encoder knob, Select/Escape buttons

Inputs section

Ten buttons select the corresponding input source, or the stored LOGO image, to be placed on program after the TAKE button is pressed. There are three button states:

Off: The source is not currently on program

Blinking: The source has been selected and will be placed on program after the TAKE button is pressed

Yellow: The source is on program.

Effects section

FRZ: Instantly freezes the current image that is on program.

BLK: Cuts the program to black

KEY: The key source will transition to/from program, after the TAKE button is pressed

TAKE: Transitions the selected source or KEY at the pre-selected rate.

Inputs

Six analog inputs via HD-15 VGA connectors

Supports YPbPr, RGBHV, S-video and composite

10-bits/color sampling at maximum 170 MHz

True pixel mapping (1:1) for signal resolutions up to 1600×1200@60 Hz. Sources with higher pixel rates (1920x1080p@60, 1920×1200@60 and 2048x1080p@60) are also supported.

Two digital or analog inputs via DVI-I connectors

8-bit digital input per DDWG 1.0 with HDCP support.

RGBHV data via analog pins of the DVI-I connector

The digital source will be processed if valid DVI signals are detected. The Analog source can be selected via the front panel menu.

Serial digital input (HD/SD SDI) via BNC connector

SD SDI per SMPTE 259M-C (NTSC/PAL resolution)

HD SDI per SMPTE 292M (HDTV)

Outputs

Outputs

Program output in digital format on the DVI-I connector and in analog format on the HD-15 connector.

Progressive resolutions at RGBHV

HDCP Encryption support for DVI signals

Connectors

Ethernet

RJ-45 connector for 10/100Base-T Ethernet communications

Serial RS-232

DB-9 connector for communicating with external serial devices

Additional information

Weight

22 lbs

Dimensions

14.25 x 17 x 3.5 in

Power Connector

Standard IEC, integral on/off switch

Power

100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz

Temperature

0-40 degrees C

Humidity

0-95% non-condensing

Device Weight

7.5 lbs (3.40 kg)

Communications: Ethernet

RJ-45, 10/100 Mbps

Communications: Serial

DB-9 Female, DCE, 115k Baud

Video Input Connectors

(40) BNC

Router Input Channels

8

Video Bandwidth

350 MHz

Input Sync Signals

Sync-on-Video; Separate C or H, V

Connections

BNC

Video Inputs High-Resolution Computer Video

Supports conversion of RGB computer video with horizontal scan rates up to 100 KHz and resolutions up to 1600×1200. Brightness, Contrast, and Color Balance are also adjustable

Standard Video

Accepts Component (RGB or YUV), S-Video (Y/C), and Composite in both NTSC and PAL formats Adjustable Saturation for Component input and Hue and Saturation controls for S-Video and Composite